--- title: "Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup — Rated Good by Ofsted" description: "Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup, a nursery in Lincoln — Ofsted-rated Good. See opening hours, fees, photos, parent reviews and contact details on Nursery Advice." lang: en-GB json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "WebSite", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. Ofsted ratings, fees, opening hours, parent reviews and inspection history — all in one place.", "inLanguage": "en-GB", "potentialAction": { "@type": "SearchAction", "target": { "@type": "EntryPoint", "urlTemplate": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk/search?q={search_term_string}" }, "query-input": "required name=search_term_string" } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Nursery Advice", "url": "https://www.nurseryadvice.co.uk", "description": "Search and compare UK nurseries. 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Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup # Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Nov 2022) · Sudbrooke Village Hall, Scothern Lane, Lincoln, LN2 2SH · Lincolnshire Number of places 24 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Nov 2022 Local authority Lincolnshire About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup, established in 1994, is a well-regarded childcare setting located in Sudbrooke Village Hall, Lincoln, offering a warm and welcoming environment for children aged 2 to 4 years. Operating term-time from Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 3 pm, the pre-school received a 'Good' rating in its latest Ofsted inspection on 17/11/2022. The dedicated staff prioritise children's personal, social, and emotional development, particularly during the settling-in period, even inviting parents to stay as long as needed to ensure their child feels secure. Children are encouraged to be physically active outdoors, developing coordination and strength as they pedal tricycles. The curriculum supports communication and language skills through nursery rhymes and conversations, and staff effectively use signals to help children listen and engage. Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup is inclusive, providing opportunities for children to learn about similarities and differences, exemplified by inviting children with additional needs from local schools to interact and play, fostering an inquisitive and understanding environment among the children. Staff also prepare children for their transition to school by inviting teachers to visit the pre-school, promoting emotional well-being. Parents consistently report that their children are happy and safe at the pre-school. What it's like Children are welcomed warmly into this pre-school and are keen to arrive. Staff support children's emotional well-being and help them to feel secure, for example by encouraging them to wave to their parents through the window. Children behave well, learning to share and understand rules through play. Good Ofsted rating Emotional well-being focus Strong communication skills Inclusive environment Outdoor play School transition support ## Pricing & funding Funding accepted 15 hours — universal (3–4 yrs) 15 hours — eligible 2-year-olds ## Key facts Term time / All Year Term Time Established 1994 Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup Last inspected 17 November 2022 · Hayley Ruane Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are welcomed warmly into this pre-school and are keen to arrive. Staff support children's emotional well-being and help them to feel secure, for example by encouraging them to wave to their parents through the window. Children behave well, learning to share and understand rules through play. Inspector highlights - Children's personal, social and emotional development is given priority, especially when they first start, with staff inviting parents to stay as long as necessary. - The small staff team work closely together, fostering positive relationships and supporting each other through supervision and training. - Staff encourage children's communication and language skills through singing and conversation, and use signals to help children listen. - The manager invites school teachers to visit children before they move on to school, promoting children's emotional well-being. - Staff provide opportunities for children to broaden their knowledge about similarities and differences, such as by inviting children with additional needs from local schools to interact. Areas to develop - 1 support staff to develop a more consistent approach to sharing information about children's development with other early years settings children also attend - 2 help staff to gather information from all parents about their children's interests and what they already know on entry. Inspection #10234434 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202748) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup Inspection date Nov 2022 Inspection no. 10234434 Lead inspector Hayley Ruane Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50202748)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/253555) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Phone not yet listed Sudbrooke Village Hall, Scothern Lane, Lincoln, LN2 2SH [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.45333/53.27249/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Lincoln - [Day nurseries in Lincoln](/search?q=Lincoln) - [Day nurseries in East Midlands](/search?q=East+Midlands) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=sudbrooke-pre-school-playgroup-ln2-2sh-253555) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > "Parents say that their children are happy and safe when they are at the pre-school." Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff provide children with opportunities to broaden their knowledge about similarities and differences in people by inviting teachers to bring children with additional needs from local schools to play and interact. Children are inquisitive and ask questions about things like wheelchairs. Outdoor space Outside children are physically active. They develop strength in their legs and coordination when they pedal tricycles with excitement. Inspection history Date: November 2004 - December 2022 Good - November 2022 Good - February 2017 Good - January 2017 Good - December 2012 Good - November 2012 Good - July 2009 Requires improvement - November 2005 Requires improvement - November 2004 Requires improvement ## Frequently asked about Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup ### How many places does Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup have? ### What ages of children does Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup look after? ### How does the setting support children with SEND? ### What do parents value about Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup? ## Nearby day nurseries in Lincoln Other Ofsted-registered day nurseries close to Sudbrooke Pre-School Playgroup. - [ Ofsted: Good 1.8 mi ### The Granary Day Nursery Lincoln · LN2 3QD 4.2(9 reviews) ](/nursery/the-granary-day-nursery-ln2-3qd-2696344) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.0 mi ### Busy Hands Pre School Lincoln · LN2 3NG ](/nursery/busy-hands-pre-school-ln2-3ng-ey452793) - [ Ofsted: Good 2.2 mi ### Beckside Pre-School & Nursery Lincoln · LN2 2NE ](/nursery/beckside-pre-school-nursery-ltd-ln2-2ne-2655202) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.0 mi ### Greetwell Hollow Day Nursery Lincoln · LN2 4AG 4.7(25 reviews) ](/nursery/greetwell-hollow-day-nursery-ln2-4ag-ey452999) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.1 mi ### The Carlton Day Nursery Lincoln · LN2 4WA 4.2(5 reviews) ](/nursery/the-carlton-day-nursery-ln2-4wa-ey264343) - [ Ofsted: Good 3.4 mi ### Magical Moments Day Care Lincoln · LN2 4EG ](/nursery/magical-moments-day-care-ln2-4eg-ey370711) [See all nurseries in Lincoln →](/search?q=Lincoln) ### Are you the owner of this nursery? 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